How much funding can be received?

Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses.

What is the deadline to apply?

The program is accepting continuous intake

Who are the financial supporters of the C/AV and Smart Mobility — Stream 1?

C/AV and Smart Mobility — Stream 1 is funded by Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN)

What are C/AV and Smart Mobility — Stream 1's eligibility criterias?

Applicants must be Small and Medium Enterprises (SME) with fewer than 500 global, full-time employees. Applicants are required to have operations in Ontario and carry out their project in Ontario.

C/AV and Smart Mobility — Stream 1

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ON, Canada

Supports development of connected vehicle and smart mobility technologies

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grant_single|openingDate September 7, 2022
grant_single|closingDate February 9, 2023

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Grant and Funding

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Manufacturing
Transportation and warehousing
Professional, scientific and technical services
Public administration

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Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN)

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Receive up to $100,000 in co-investment funding and strategic partners support to develop, test, validate and demonstrate connected and autonomous vehicle (C/AV) and smart mobility technologies.

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This grant provides specific co-investment terms to support approved projects, enhancing collaboration and engagement in smart mobility initiatives. The financial support structure encourages resource-sharing and project innovation.

Co-investment grant with funding up to $100,000 per project.
Mandatory matching of funds with a minimum 2:1 contribution from applicants or private sector partners.
Funding available for a project duration of up to 12 months.

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The C/AV and Smart Mobility — Stream 1 grant supports activities that aim to advance the development, testing, and commercialization of connected and autonomous vehicular technologies. Projects should focus on achieving significant commercial outcomes and societal benefits.

Technology proof-of-concept development for connected and autonomous vehicles.
Testing and validation of smart mobility technologies in real-world settings.
Demonstration projects showcasing Ontario-made technologies to potential customers.
Piloting of intelligent transportation systems and transit-supportive systems.
Development of marketable solutions addressing current transportation challenges.
Collaborative projects with significant commercial potential and partnerships.

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$ 100,000

Creating an autonomous shuttle service prototype

$ 100,000

Validation of connected vehicle communication protocols

$ 100,000

Testing advanced collision avoidance systems in autonomous cars

$ 100,000

Development and testing of an intelligent traffic light system

$ 100,000

Pilot project for smart parking solutions

$ 100,000

Developing a smart mobility dashboard for Edmonton city management

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Eligibility for this grant is determined by specific criteria related to the applicant's size, location, and collaboration requirements.

Applicants must be Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) with fewer than 500 global, full-time employees.
Applicants must have operations in Ontario and conduct their project within Ontario.
Projects must have at least one partner from the eligible partner categories, which include SMEs, national and multinational enterprises, academic institutions (as clients), municipalities, Indigenous communities, not-for-profit organizations representing industry, Crown Corporations, or Transit Authorities.

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This grant is designed to support Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and their eligible partners in the development and commercialization of connected and autonomous vehicle technologies and smart mobility solutions.

SMEs with fewer than 500 global, full-time employees based in Ontario.
Partnerships can be formed with National and Multinational Enterprises (NEs and MNEs), academic institutions, municipalities, Indigenous communities, not-for-profit organizations, Crown Corporations, and transit authorities.

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There are certain types of companies that are not eligible for this grant.

Companies with more than 500 global, full-time employees

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The grant supports projects focused on the technological advancement and commercialization of connected and autonomous vehicles (C/AV) and smart mobility solutions. Eligible activities involve stages of development that enhance market readiness and collaborative innovation.

Technology proof-of-concept development for connected and autonomous vehicle technologies.
Demonstration of C/AV solutions to potential customers.
Validation and testing of smart mobility products and services.
Piloting innovative intelligent transportation systems and transit-supportive systems.
Collaborative projects with researchers and private sector partners to extend R&D capabilities.

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This grant focuses on companies with operations based in Ontario. This requirement ensures that the development and commercialization of technologies occur within the province.

Ontario, Canada

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The evaluation and selection of projects for this grant are based on specific criteria to ensure alignment with the program's objectives for innovation in Ontario's connected and autonomous vehicle and smart mobility sectors.

Potential for scalable outcomes and commercialization in Ontario's market.
Demonstrated collaboration among applicants and partners with diverse expertise and resources.
Alignment of projects with the program's priority areas such as mass light vehicles, heavy duty vehicles, transportation infrastructure, and intelligent transportation systems.
Contributions to societal benefits including increased road safety, improved road condition monitoring, and reduced environmental impact.
Readiness level of the technology, ranging from proof-of-concept to product validation, at Technology Readiness Level 3-9.

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Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

Projects must be at Technology Readiness Level 3-9, focusing on more advanced stages like prototype development rather than initial research.
The fund supports projects with up to $100,000, requiring a minimum 2:1 contribution from private sector partners or applicants.
The program aims to commercialize and demonstrate Ontario-made technologies specifically, highlighting local technological advancements.
Partnerships are encouraged and should present significant commercial opportunities.
The program promotes public/private partnerships and collaboration at the intersection of research and commercial application.
Applicants need to maintain close collaboration with partners and demonstrate scalable outcomes with potential for commercialization and a competitive advantage.